Viking 5K & 10K at Independence, MO Independence, Missouri, United States
Event description
The Viking 5K & 10K is a running event taking place on January 23, 2027 at Waterfall Park in Independence, Missouri. The event offers both a 5K race starting at 8:00 AM CST for $30 and a 10K race starting at 8:00 AM CST for $45, with discounted $5 entry for participants ages 1 to 15. Both races have 80 spots remaining and registration closes at 8:00 AM CST on race day. The event is organized by US Road Running, which describes its races as friendly, low-pressure events with finisher medals, clear courses, and limited water stations located at the finish area of each lap and at the final finish line.
Course maps
Foot race
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23 Jan 2027
6.2 mi
Distance
Elevation gain
787 ft
Elevation high
784 ft
Elevation avg
Course last updated 22 Oct 2026
Run the 10K
Sat 23 Jan 2027
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92 days to go
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Stats summary
| Race distance | Distance | Ele gain | Ele loss | Ele avg | Paved | Gravel | Dirt | Narrow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 3.1 mi | 89 ft | 89 ft | 784 ft | 91% | 9% | 0% | 88% |
| 10K | 6.2 mi | 177 ft | 180 ft | 784 ft | 91% | 9% | 0% | 88% |
Event history
Race data contributors
Nick Knipe